What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedHouse of Sky and Breath (Crescent City)
Sarah J. Maas · Book · 2022
If you loved House of Sky and Breath (Crescent City), start with House of the Dragon (George R. R. Martin, 2022) — a series on the same thread. Below: 4 films, 4 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to House of Sky and Breath (Crescent City) across media.
What hooked you in House of Sky and Breath (Crescent City) was the intersection of high-stakes political rebellion and deeply personal, intimate loyalty.
Films on the same thread
Avatar: The Way of Water
James Cameron · Film · 2022
Explores: Environmentalism, Colonialism, Family Loyalty.
Like the characters in House of Sky and Breath (Crescent City), the Sully family fights to protect their own while facing an overwhelming and dangerous systemic threat.
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
Chris Columbus · Film · 2002
Shares a thread with House of Sky and Breath (Crescent City): Loyalty.
The emphasis on loyalty and uncovering dangerous secrets within a magical institution will feel familiar if you enjoyed the high-stakes investigative elements of House of Sky and Breath (Crescent City).
The Housemaid
Paul Feig · Film · 2025
Explores: Class Conflict, Gaslighting, Identity Theft.
The seductive power dynamics and dangerous secrets found here mirror the intense personal stakes and high-tension atmosphere that define the narrative of House of Sky and Breath (Crescent City).
Avatar: Fire and Ash
James Cameron · Film · 2025
Explores: Family Survival, Indigenous Resistance, Environmentalism.
This story of indigenous resistance against a ruthless power echoes the rebellion against the Asteri found in House of Sky and Breath (Crescent City) through its focus on survival.
Series on the same thread
House of the Dragon
George R. R. Martin · Series · 2022
Explores: Succession, Power Struggles, Dynastic Conflict.
The intricate political maneuvering and dynastic conflict presented here parallel the complex power struggles and societal tensions that Bryce Quinlan navigates in House of Sky and Breath (Crescent City).
Bridgerton
Chris Van Dusen · Series · 2020
Explores: Forbidden Love, Social Class, Family Secrets.
The forbidden love and heavy focus on family secrets and societal status mirror the romantic and political complexities that make House of Sky and Breath (Crescent City) so compelling.
The Owl House
Dana Terrace · Series · 2020
Explores: Coming-of-age, Found Family, Acceptance.
The theme of finding one's place within a magical world while building a chosen family reflects the emotional core of the journey in House of Sky and Breath (Crescent City).
Chilling Adventures of Sabrina
Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa · Series · 2018
Explores: Coming of age, Good vs Evil, Witchcraft.
Navigating the dual realities of mortal life and magical legacies provides the same tension found in the half-human, half-Fae protagonist's experience in House of Sky and Breath (Crescent City).
Podcasts on the same thread
S-Town
Serial Productions · Podcast · 2024
Explores: small-town isolation, eccentricity, social decay.
The investigation into the dark secrets of a wealthy family mirrors the investigative drive to uncover hidden power structures seen in House of Sky and Breath (Crescent City).
Crime Junkie
Audiochuck · Podcast · 2026
Explores: justice seeking, obsession, societal impact.
The persistent search for truth in the face of mystery captures the same investigative intensity that drives the plot forward in House of Sky and Breath (Crescent City).
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Common questions
What is the reading order for the Crescent City series starting with House of Sky and Breath (Crescent City)?
The Crescent City series begins with House of Earth and Blood, followed by House of Sky and Breath (Crescent City). You should read these in order to follow the story of Bryce Quinlan as she navigates a contemporary fantasy world filled with magic and dangerous political threats.
Is House of Sky and Breath (Crescent City) a standalone book?
No, House of Sky and Breath (Crescent City) is not a standalone book. It is the second installment in the Crescent City series, continuing the story of Bryce Quinlan and Hunt after the events of the first book as they face the growing threat of the Asteri.
How does the plot of House of Sky and Breath (Crescent City) relate to the Asteri?
In House of Sky and Breath (Crescent City), the Asteri initially leave Bryce and Hunt alone. However, the plot follows the rebels as they chip away at the power of the Asteri, which causes the threat posed by these rulers to grow throughout the story.
Who is the main character in House of Sky and Breath (Crescent City)?
The main character in House of Sky and Breath (Crescent City) is Bryce Quinlan. She is half-Fae and half-human, and she continues her journey in this contemporary fantasy world while dealing with the dangers surrounding the Asteri and the ongoing rebellion against their rule.